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Topic: Music

whistle

IPA: /ˈwɪsəl/

KK: /ˈhwɪsəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a high-pitched sound by forcing air through a small opening, often by pursing the lips or using a device.

Example: He can whistle a beautiful tune while walking down the street.

noun

Definition: A small device or instrument that makes a high-pitched sound when air is forced through it, often used to signal or get attention.

Example: The coach used a whistle to signal the players during the game.

transitive verb

Definition: To make a sound by forcing air through a small opening, often to create a tune or to get someone's attention.

Example: He can whistle a beautiful melody that everyone loves.

whistler

IPA: /ˈwɪslər/

KK: /ˈhwɪslər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that makes a whistling sound, or a type of animal known for its whistling call.

Example: The whistler in the park attracted many listeners with its beautiful tunes.

whistling

IPA: /ˈwɪs.lɪŋ/

KK: /ˈhwɪs.lɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The sound made by forcing air through pursed lips or between the teeth, often used to signal or attract attention.

Example: He was whistling a cheerful tune as he walked down the street.

verb

Definition: The action of making a high-pitched sound by forcing air through a small opening, often done with the lips or fingers.

Example: She was whistling a cheerful tune while walking down the street.

whomp

IPA: /wɒmp/

KK: /wɑmp/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a loud noise or sound, often as a result of hitting something.

Example: The heavy object fell and whomped on the ground.

noun

Definition: A strong, loud sound made by a heavy impact or hit.

Example: The ball hit the ground with a loud whomp.

transitive verb

Definition: To hit or strike something with force; to defeat someone decisively.

Example: The team whomped their rivals in the championship game.

woodwind

IPA: /ˈwʊdˌwɪnd/

KK: /ˈwʊdˌwɪnd/

noun

Definition: A type of musical instrument that produces sound when air is blown through it, often using reeds or a mouthpiece, including instruments like the clarinet, flute, and saxophone.

Example: The woodwind section of the orchestra played a beautiful melody during the concert.

woofer

IPA: /ˈwuːfər/

KK: /ˈwuːfər/

noun

Definition: A type of loudspeaker that is specifically made to produce low sounds, especially bass frequencies.

Example: The new sound system has a powerful woofer that makes the music sound deep and rich.

xylophone

IPA: //ˈzaɪləfoʊn//

KK: /ˈzaɪləˌfoʊn/

noun

Definition: A musical instrument made of wooden bars that are struck with mallets to produce sound, arranged in a way that allows for playing different musical notes.

Example: The children played a beautiful melody on the xylophone during the school concert.

xylophonist

IPA: /zaɪˈlɒfənɪst/

KK: /zaiˈlɒfənɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who plays a musical instrument made of wooden bars that are struck with mallets to produce sound.

Example: The xylophonist played a beautiful melody at the concert.

yawp

IPA: /jɔp/

KK: /jɔp/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a loud, harsh noise or to shout in a rough manner.

Example: The children began to yawp with excitement when they saw the circus.

noun

Definition: A loud, raucous noise or utterance, often used to describe a strong or vigorous expression of feeling.

Example: The crowd let out a yawp of excitement when the band started playing.

yawping

IPA: /ˈjɔːpɪŋ/

KK: /jɔpɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A loud and harsh sound or cry, often associated with shouting or complaining.

Example: The yawping of the crowd could be heard from blocks away during the protest.

verb

Definition: To make a loud, harsh cry or noise, often in a way that is annoying or disruptive.

Example: The children were yawping with excitement as they played in the park.

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